by Michelle | Dec 3, 2011 | Problem Solving, Training
This Serpentine exercise simulates the transition from a turn to a straight line you will need in the actual barrel race. How: Work on your straight lines and round circles with this drill. Start at a trot and make sure you can trot it correctly before moving to a...
by Michelle | Nov 29, 2011 | Problem Solving, Training
This drill can be done one barrel at a time (for problem solving) or working through from first barrel to third for training. This is 3 drills in one! This drill teaches your horse to turn relaxed, finish his barrels and handle himself with confidence and power. It...
by Michelle | Nov 29, 2011 | Training
This drill will help improve your horses suppleness and maneuverability. Easy to implement into some of the other drills you might have set up already. How: Arc in and out around the tires (or other object). Be sure to bend your horses entire body (hip to nose)....
by Michelle | Nov 8, 2011 | Problem Solving, Training
This gets a horse really soft in the face for backing, helps them become very aware of where their feet are and gets them very maneuverable. How: Before beginning your horse should be a good backer in a straight line and understand your leg cues for moving a hip and...
